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Model 16-X1
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Carefully unpack box and make sure you have all items
shown here. (Screwdriver not shown)
What’s what?
Important components labeled
Unit shown with front panel fully open.
Internal wiring not shown for clarity.
Antenna Cables
Ascent Unit
12-V AC/DC Adapter
(PS-12DC1)
Key
Carriage Bolt
( 4x )
Hex Nut
( 4x )
Wiegand Device Terminals
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I M PO R TA NT !
Ascent WILL NOT WORK until the
activation process is COMPLETE!
Follow the Activation Guide or call
Summit Control at (972) 474-6422 to
activate your unit.
W A R NING!
AUTOMATIC GATES CAN CAUSE
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH!
S T OP !
For wiring to Wiegand-compatible devices.
See Page 4.
Status and Event Terminals
This is a cellular accessory for a gate/door,
so an uninterrupted cellular connection
CANNOT BE GUARANTEED.
For wiring to check gate status and for
request-to-exit devices. See Page 3.
Power and Relay Terminals
An emergency egress or primary entry
mechanism SHOULD ALWAYS BE USED
(transmitter, fire box, mechanical release).
For wiring to power and gate operator
and/or door opener. See Page 2.
Consult with your dealer, distributor, and/or
system designer for more information.
2
Unlock and open front panel
of unit for wiring and setup.
Relay Status LEDs
Relay is active when lit.
Ascent Camera
For automatic and on-demand photo capture
SIM Card
ALWAYS CHECK that the GATE PATH IS
CLEAR BEFORE OPERATING!
REVERSING or other SAFETY DEVICES
SHOULD ALWAYS BE USED!
C A U TIO N !
Please use all four screws when mounting unit to pedestal. Leave “hockey puck” antenna
in place, even if using extension. Seal any holes or gaps created in unit enclosure.
Failure to follow instructions can damage unit!
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Model 16-X1
Connect wires
Ascent Power and Relay Terminals
Feed wires through back of unit
and connect as shown using
included screwdriver.
12–24 VAC/DC
POWER
RELAY A
RELAY B
J3
J4
J5
Gate Operator / Door Opener
12–24 VAC/DC
DIGITAL INPUTS
POWER
Relay B can be wired to a second device
in the same manner.
OR
12-V AC/DC Adapter
(Model PS-12DC1 included)
Consult gate operator or
door opener manual for
exact connections.
+ –
The GROUND terminal is optional unless
required by local code(s). If using, please
connect to earth ground or equivalent.
Terminals vary widely
across manufacturers
and models.
Third-Party 12–24-VAC/DC
Power Source
S T OP !
Before going forward,
double check wiring and
ensure unit has power!
For additional wiring
options, see Page 3.
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4
Close and lock front panel.
5
0
1
CLOSE
STOP
OPEN
COM
REVERSE LOOP
COM
FREE EXIT
COM
Additional wiring diagrams
can be found on Page 3.
C A U TIO N !
If you will not be using the 12-V AC/DC adapter,
please go to Page 4 and follow the procedure,
Using a Third-Party Power Source.
Do not exceed 24 VAC/DC! Failure to choose a
compatible power source can damage unit!
Make sure gate path is clear, then
key in temporary code 2012 on
keypad and confirm gate opens.
2
RADIO
COM
NEG. (–)
GND
POS. (+)
J12
#3
#2
J9
GND
GND
#1
J8
N/C
COM
N/C
N/O
COM
N/O
If plugging into duplex outlet,
remove screw from outlet plate,
and secure with included screw.
NEG. (–)
POS. (+)
Excessive force can damage unit.
2
Adding and deleting codes is done through
Summit Control and NOT from the keypad!
N
INSTALLATION COMPLETE!
Now follow the Activation Guide to create
an account and begin using Ascent.
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Rev. N (6/2020)
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Model 16-X1
A Status Check
Wiring to enable Gate Status Check
The Status Terminals are designed for
low voltage (3 V or less). Check the
voltage on your status wires before
connecting. If it is above 3 V, you will
need to contact Technical Support.
Ascent Status and
Event Terminals
GATE 1
GATE 2
EVENT
J7
J13
J6
CAU T I ON !
Exceeding 3 V can damage unit!
r I M P OR T AN T !
B Event Input
Wiring for accessories such as a request-to-exit device
Ascent Status and Event Terminals
GATE 1
GATE 2
EVENT
J7
J13
J6
Optional
wire
splices
N/C
N/O
GND
CLOSE
GND
OPEN
CLOSE
GND
OPEN
YOU MUST USE A DRY CONTACT!
GND
N/O
GND
CLOSE
OPEN
CLOSE
GND
OPEN
Gate Status Check WILL NOT WORK
with a decoder!
Close Limit Switch
N/O
COM
N/C
Open Limit Switch
N/O
COM
Gate Operator
Request-to-Exit
(if equipped with limit switches)
(58-RTE-P is shown)
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Model 16-X1
IM P O RTA N T!
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C Wiegand Device
Wiegand Device
Wiring for Wiegand devices
Ascent Wiegand Device Terminals
DOOR/READER A
WIEGAND OUTPUTS
DOOR/READER B
WIEGAND 1
J15
We recommend mounting Ascent on a
gooseneck pedestal using included hardware.
If using alternate mounting, the
4G LTE Antenna Extension Kit
(p/n 16-ANTX-1)
should be purchased and installed.
WIEGAND 2
J16
J19
J18
+12V
LED 1
LED 2
DATA 0
GND
DATA 1
DATA 0
DATA 1
GND
+12V
LED 1
LED 2
LED 1
LED 2
DATA 1
DATA 0
GND
+12V
Failure to do so may result in NO SIGNAL!
CAUT IO N!
Disconnect power to Ascent before
connecting Wiegand devices.
Failure to disconnect power can
damage unit!
IM P OR T ANT !
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Using a
Third-Party
Power Source
(Optional)
If you would like to use a third-party
power source, such as solar, verify that
it conforms to the following specs:
Input
Current Draw
12–24 VAC/DC
no more than 10% beyond this range
less than 260 mA @ 12 VDC
less than 160 mA @ 24 VDC
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Connect wires to unit as shown in
3a Step 3.
Connect wires to your power source,
3b making sure you connect positive to
positive and negative to negative.
C A U TIO N !
Double check that you’ve wired from
positive on Ascent to positive on your
power source and negative on Ascent to
negative on your power source.
Reverse polarity can damage unit!
Call (972) 474-6422
Email [email protected]
We are available Mon–Fri / 8am–5pm Central
QSG-16X1-EN
Rev. N (6/2020)
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